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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 21h
At the Sorenson Impact Natural Capital Summit, held during #ClimateWeekNYC, leaders from Blue Forest, World Resources Institute, and Walton Family Foundation joined the Institute's Janis Dubno for a conversation on financing structures that are expanding how capital reaches water. 💡
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The Institute was proud to team up with the Great Salt Lake Alliance and the Sorenson Impact Foundation to host the inaugural Utah Blue Industry Summit, which convened more than 200 thought leaders shaping and investing in innovative solutions to Utah's water challenges and the Great Salt Lake. 🌊💡
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Sorenson Impact Natural Capital Summit is TODAY! 🏙️🌎 We are excited to bring together leaders across the nature finance ecosystem for this full-day convening as part of #ClimateWeekNYC.
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Climate Week NYC - Sorenson Impact Institute
We’re bringing together leaders across the nature finance ecosystem for a special full-day convening during Climate Week NYC.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Forest-related NbS investments are a powerful underutilized & undercapitalized tool for addressing global challenges. We offer an in-depth examination of their ability in our new report, "From Instruments to Architecture: Financing Forest-Related Nature-based Solutions at Scale." 🌳 buff.ly/PeWT6Hx
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We are pleased to announce that the Sorenson Impact Foundation has named Lindsay Zizumbo as its next President, with Jim Sorenson serving as Chairman of the Board. buff.ly/oVWv8R4
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Sorenson Impact Foundation Announces Lindsay Zizumbo as New President; Jim Sorenson to Serve as Chairman - Sorenson Impact Institute
The Sorenson Impact Foundation announced Lindsay Zizumbo as its next President, with Jim Sorenson transitioning to Chairman of the Board.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
We were pleased to collaborate with the American Forest Foundation (AFF) on this new report, which sheds light on how businesses, communities, and ecosystems all stand to gain from forests managed through AFF's Family Forest Carbon Program. 💡 🌳 Explore the report here: buff.ly/ihVGNNo
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
We look forward to the conversation "Capital and Climate: The Fund Manager's View" at the Sorenson Impact Natural Capital Summit on Sept. 23. 💡 During this conversation, fund managers will discuss market-rate climate strategies.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
We are excited to spotlight Koleton Miller, an alumnus of the Institute’s student program! 🌟 🎓 Koleton is currently an Associate on Alpine Operations Group’s Direct Sourcing team at Alpine Investors.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The Institute is looking for an Operations Intern to support our Operations Team by assisting with day-to-day office operations, event logistics, student engagement, and administrative coordination. 👉 Learn more and apply by Sept. 6: buff.ly/mhgVRUd
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
We're pleased to welcome Colin le Duc to the Sorenson Impact Natural Capital Summit on September 23! Colin brings a breadth of expertise in global sustainable investing. He is a Founding Partner of Generation Investment Management, established in 2004 as a dedicated sustainable investor.
Graphic spotlighting Colin le Duc, keynote speaker at the Sorenson Impact Natural Capital Summit
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
There are a few spots left at the Utah Blue Industry Summit, taking place Aug. 31 at the Impact & Prosperity Epicenter in Salt Lake City. 🌊 If you are interested in attending, learn more and request to join here.
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Utah Blue Industry Summit · Luma
A convening of thought leaders shaping and investing in innovative solutions to Utah's water challenges and the Great Salt Lake. Hosted by the Sorenson Impact…
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
We are thrilled to return to #ClimateWeekNYC to host the Sorenson Impact Natural Capital Summit! This convening on Sept. 23 will bring together some of the foremost experts in the field from across public & private sectors. 🌎 Learn more & express interest in attending here.
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The Sorenson Impact Natural Capital Summit · Luma
A full-day innovative nature finance convening hosted by the Sorenson Impact Institute. Nature underwrites the global economy, yet the investments protecting,…
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
We're seeking two student interns to support our Marketing and Communications team! 🎓 Marketing & Communications Intern: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/internships/... 🎓 Research & Strategic Initiatives Intern: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/internships/...
Kickstart your career in impact. Apply for an internship with our Marketing and Communications team!
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Ready for your next career in impact? We're hiring for two full-time roles! 💡 Manager, Impact Finance 💡 Senior Associate, Venture Capital Learn more and apply here, or share these opportunities with your network: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/careers/?utm...
We're hiring! Explore open positions at the Sorenson Impact Institute. Apply now.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
We are excited to spotlight Lindsay Richards, an alumna of the Institute’s student program and a current mentor in our mentorship program. 💡🎓 Lindsay was part of the Accordion Partners team for 5 years, and is gearing up to begin her MBA at The Wharton School.
Quote from Lindsay Richards reads: Sorenson really prepared me to be a team player and consider the opinions and ideas of the group as I make decisions. It also taught me to take ownership of my work, which has been incredibly valuable in my early career.”
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
We are pleased to share a new project, the "Aging Investing Roadmap," that we created with Next50. The roadmap is a toolkit to help direct capital toward scalable solutions and integrate aging considerations into long-term investment strategies. Read more!
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An Opportunity Hiding In Plain Sight: Developing An Aging Investing Roadmap
Next50 and the Sorenson Impact Institute designed a toolkit to guide investors in deploying capital towards scalable solutions for a growing population of older adults.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
"The more investors we can have that represent the scope of what our society actually looks like, I think the better off venture will be." Hear from Lis Green, Director of Impact Investing, in a recent Utah Business article.
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Women investors in venture capital: When women invest, women get funded
More women are entering venture capital across the state, but leadership roles, investor access and funding outcomes show how far gender parity still has to go.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Meet Valentin Olivry, Director of Impact Finance! 👋 In his role, Valentin works to bridge the gap between private capital and social and environmental needs. Learn more about our work in #ImpactFinance: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/impact-finan...
Quote from Valentin Olivry reads: My biggest hope for the impact field is that we stay focused on the future we want to create and the world we want to live in. For me, this is more and more businesses being built around impact, with the capital to help them grow, and more collaboration across academia and business, especially in conservation finance.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
We are pleased to offer the course “Social Impact Strategy and Innovation” in partnership with the David Eccles School of Business at @utah.edu. Add it to your fall 2026 schedule or share this opportunity! sorensonimpactinstitute.com/classes/?utm...
Learn how to make a positive impact on the world through business and entrepreneurship.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
The Institute developed an impact measurement and management framework for SustainEnergyFinance (SEF), Utah’s #GreenBank, to prove the financial viability of green projects. 💡 Read more on @forbes.com.
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Funding The Clean Energy Economy For A Healthier, More Resilient Utah
How a foundation of data helps drive investment in clean energy and why the transition to clean energy is key to a better future for Utah families.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
👋 Our Venture Capital & Impact Investing team is looking for a Senior Associate to join our Salt Lake City-based venture investing and student training program. 🔗 Learn more and apply here, or share this opportunity with your network! sorensonimpactinstitute.com/careers/?utm...
We're hiring! Senior Associate, Venture Capital and Impact Investing. Apply now.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
In partnership with our Student Program, Global Impact Leader Laurie Spengler is teaching the new course, “Entrepreneurial Finance: Introduction to Impact Investing.” In this Q&A, Laurie discusses the course and what makes it valuable for business students and the field of #ImpactInvesting.
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Empowering The Next Generation Of Impact Leaders
Laurie Spengler discusses her new impact investing course and what makes it valuable for business students, the University of Utah, and the field of impact investing.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
In this Q&A, @marknewberg.bsky.social shares the decision-making lens he advises impact leaders to use in today’s volatile business environment, the role impact investing needs to play in the current ecosystem, and why community convenings are critical to the growth of the impact field.
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Leading From Your North Star in Times of Uncertainty With Mark Newberg
Mark Newberg shares the decision-making lens he advises impact leaders to use in today’s volatile business environment.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Meet Alan Lo, a manager on our Impact Finance team! 👋💡 In his role, Alan helps purpose-driven organizations connect with mission-aligned capital. Meet the rest of our team: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/sorenson-tea...
Quote from Alan Lo reads: One thing I’m particularly excited about in my work right now is finding ways to better connect outcomes across different issue areas. Many of today’s challenges exist within a broader polycrisis, where social, environmental, and economic issues are deeply interconnected. Being able to help map and articulate these connections allows us to support more holistic and effective solutions.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
👋💬 Did you miss our recent informational session about the Collaboration Fund RFP? The recording is now available! Watch it here.
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Funding for Strategic Collaboration in the Impact Investing Sector: A Live Q&A Addressing Inquiries about the $1M Collaboration Fund - Sorenson Impact Institute
Katie Macc of the Sorenson Impact Institute and Margot Brandenburg of Ford Foundation Answer Questions About the Collaboration Fund The impact investing movement’s impressive scale in recent years…
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
This week, Sorenson Impact Advisory, part of the Sorenson Impact Group, announced the addition of six professionals from Align Impact, a Denver-based impact advisory firm. Learn more: www.businesswire.com/news/home/20... #ImpInv #ImpactInvesting #ImpactAdvisory
Quote from Sorenson Impact Group chair Jim Sorenson reads: Impact investing has always deserved a platform built exclusively around it — with the scale, infrastructure, and talent to execute without compromise. That is what we are building at the Sorenson Impact Group. With the team from Align, we saw a unique opportunity to accelerate that plan and our shared vision for impact.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
We are pleased to offer the course “Social Impact Strategy and Innovation” in partnership with the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah. Add it to your fall 2026 schedule (STRAT 5100 / STRAT 6100) or share this opportunity! sorensonimpactinstitute.com/classes/?utm...
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Proudly housed at the Impact and Prosperity Epicenter at the University of Utahʼs David Eccles School of Business, we are a team of expert practitioners with a mission to expand the market for impact.💡
New to the Sorenson Impact Institute? Read an introduction to our work!
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
📢 Attention nonprofit field-building organizations! We are hosting a live Q&A to share more about the Collaboration Fund and answer your questions. Reserve your spot here to join us on April 24 at 11 a.m. ET: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/virtual-conv...
The Collaboration Fund: Advancing Strategic Collaboration in the Impact Ecosystem. Live Q&A Session for Nonprofit Field-Building Organizations. April 2024, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET with Katie Macc and Margot Brandenburg.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
We are proud to partner with the @rainforestalliance.bsky.social to build a framework that enables the organization to communicate its impact clearly, quantifiably, & compellingly to its worldwide stakeholders. 🌱🐸 Read more here.
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Developing A Data & Storytelling Framework To Accelerate Global Impact
A thorough impact measurement and storytelling framework will help the Rainforest Alliance to advance its work protecting and restore ecosystems, building resilience against climate shocks, and reducing GHG emissions.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
For our annual Impact Investing Trends report, we asked a diverse group of practitioners & experts how they see the industry at this moment. 🔖 Access the report for insights from 18 leaders who offer their unique perspectives on the state of #ImpInv, how to overcome barriers, & reasons for optimism.
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Impact Investing Trends Report
The annual Impact Investing Trends report offers perspectives from global impact leaders on how the community can drive meaningful change.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
In response to inquiries since the Collaboration Fund's launch, we are hosting a live Q&A on April 24 at 11 a.m. ET to share more about this opportunity and answer questions. 💬 Learn more and reserve your spot! sorensonimpactinstitute.com/virtual-conv...
The Collaboration Fund: Advancing Strategic Collaboration in the Impact Ecosystem. Live Q&A Session for Nonprofit Field-Building Organizations. April 24 at 11 a.m. ET with Kaite Macc and Margot Brandenburg.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Recognizing the growing influence of #AI and digital transformation on economic structures, the Sorenson Impact Foundation launched a new RFP to partner with innovative leaders to build a more equitable and resilient economy. Learn more here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Sorenson Impact Foundation's 2026 Responsible AI and Future of Work Request for Proposals.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
The annual SOCAP Open submission period is LIVE! Learn more about the process and get tips on how to make your proposal stand out at a webinar with the @socapglobal.bsky.social team. Register here to join on March 31 at 12 p.m. ET: socapglobal.com/2026/03/webi...
Webinar: Guide to SOCAP Open. March 31. 12 p.m. ET. Register!
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
In this interview, Senior Fellow in Residence Dr. Nalini Nadkarni discusses the ecological crisis in the Great Salt Lake region, the state of the Institute’s Nature-based Solutions project, and the frameworks needed to advance the field. 🌱 Read her expert insights.
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Investing In nature's Intangible Benefits: Assigning Economic Value To Protect Natural Resources
The drying of the Great Salt Lake poses a catastrophic risk to its entire ecosystem and to the millions of creatures whose lives depend on it.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Meet Dr. Nzinga Broussard, Senior Director of Impact Measurement! 👋 Dr. Broussard oversees, designs, and implements Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) projects for our Impact Strategy team. Learn more about our work in IMM: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/impact-measu...
Question: What is one thing you're excited about in your work right now?

Answer from Dr. Broussard: Working with different organizations, including nonprofits, for-profits, impact investors, foundations, etc., that want to measure, understand, and communicate their impact.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Funding opportunity! ⭐️ To support a more sustainable and effective ecosystem for the impact sector, this new request for proposals (RFP) seeks to support strategic consolidation among nonprofit field-building organizations in the impact investing and inclusive capitalism ecosystems.
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Collaboration Fund RFP - Sorenson Impact Institute
This RFP seeks to support strategic consolidation among nonprofit field-building organizations in the impact investing and inclusive capitalism ecosystems.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Our unique internship program provides hands-on experience and connects students with a wide network of impact professionals to prepare them for a career in impact. Explore open positions here: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/internships/...
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
In this interview, Senior Fellow in Residence Dr. Nalini Nadkarni, renowned ecologist and National Geographic Explorer at Large, discusses the ecological crisis in the #GreatSaltLake region, the state of the Institute’s #NatureBasedSolutions project, & the frameworks needed to advance the field.
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Investing In Nature’s Intangible Benefits: Assigning Economic Value To Protect Natural Resources
This article is the second in a series highlighting the perspectives of experts who are part of this work and participated in our related 2025 Climate Week NYC panel, Valuing the Priceless: Investing in Nature’s Intangible Benefits.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Our Impact Investing team is seeking student analysts for the 26-27 academic year! Interns will play a key role in investing approximately $4 million in companies that will generate impact alongside financial returns. Apply here: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/internships/...
Want experience in Venture Capital? Apply to be an Impact Investing Student Analyst.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
In this Q&A, Sahra Halpern, President and CEO of the Business Consortium Fund (BCF), discusses how an impact measurement and management framework developed by the Institute will strengthen BCF’s work, partnerships, and impact outcomes. 📊 #ImpactMeasurementAndManagement #ImpactData
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How Impact Measurement Can Unlock Funding For Historically Disadvantaged Small Business Owners
Established in 1987, the Business Consortium Fund (BCF) exists to expand capital access for small businesses across the United States to advance a more inclusive and equitable business environment.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
We're seeking a Research Assistant to support our work on The Impact Cliff Project, a collaborative research initiative in partnership with the @fordfoundation.org. Learn more and apply: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/internships/...
Kickstart Your Career in Impact. Apply to be a Research Assistant supporting an initiative in partnership with the Ford Foundation.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Please join us in congratulating Sorenson Impact Institute alumnus Devon Gethers on making the @forbes.com 30 Under 30 List for Venture Capital! 🎉 Gethers was recognized alongside Karlton Haney for founding Meridian Ventures. www.forbes.com/30-under-30/...
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Our January newsletter shares milestones we’re excited about: #SOCAP26 heads to Chicago, a former student intern is recognized on Forbes’ 30 under 30, & we continue our work in Nature-based Solutions: us11.campaign-archive.com?e=f5e1281f41... 🗞️ Subscribe: sorensonimpactinstitute.com/newsletter-s...
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Tickets for #SOCAP26 are now on sale! Secure your spot at the Early Bird price (limited quantity available!) to save $800 and join the impact community in Chicago from October 12 to 14. 🏙️🌟 socapglobal.com/event-socap-... #ImpInv #SocEnt #ImpactCommunity @socapglobal.bsky.social
SOCAP26. October 12-14, 2026, Chicago. Save $800! Limited Quantity Available.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
We are excited to participate in #UtahTechWeek! 🧑‍💻 From February 2 to 7, Utah Tech Week brings together startups, venture capital firms, and community organizations to support the state's tech scene.
Find Sorenson Impact at Utah Tech Week. February 2-7, 2026.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
We are pleased to share the new white paper, "When Investment Is Good Medicine," co-authored by Jim Sorenson (Sorenson Impact), Andy McMahon (Health Management Associates), and Nina Tschinkel (Catalyst Opportunity Funds). 💡📑 online.fliphtml5.com/pqqqv/ixwv/#... #ImpactInvesting #ImpInv #Healthcare
New white paper: When Investment Is Good Medicine. The Role of Healthcare in Expanding and Diversifying Impact Investments.
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SOCAP Global @socapglobal.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
We've got some BIG news to share: #SOCAP26 is heading to Chicago, October 12-14, 2026 — and Early Bird tickets are now on sale (an $800 savings)! 🎉 Learn more and register now to save: socapglobal.com/event-socap-...
SOCAP26. October 12 - 14, 2026. Chicago.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Across the economy, leaders are collaborating to explore & assign value to a wider range of benefits of nature, including those intangible benefits that directly impact our human experience. 🌳 Hear from two impact leaders on this critical topic. #NatureBasedSolutions
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Investing In Nature’s Intangible Benefits: Ecosystem Approaches For Resilience And Impact
Leaders working to build a regenerative economy confront a central challenge: reconciling the many diverse benefits of nature with the existing metrics of today’s economy.
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Sorenson Impact @sorensonimpact.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
By translating patient outcomes into quantifiable socioeconomic impact, a new framework makes visible the returns that are typically overlooked when mental healthcare is treated as a discretionary expense rather than a core public investment. Read more: www.forbes.com/sites/sorens...
Quote from the article reads: Every dollar not spent on adequate behavioral healthcare today is quite possibly several dollars spent elsewhere in the coming years, whether in emergency room visits, police interventions, incarceration, or lost output in the labor market.
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